May 2022 – Nov 2022 · 6 mos

• Supporting AlixPartners with Recruitment Across APAC with focus on:
• Singapore
• Hong Kong
• China
• Japan

Aug 2021 – Dec 2021 · 4 mos · United Arab Emirates

• Majid Al Futtaim invites you to join us in our quest to create great moments for everyone, everyday! We are the leading shopping mall, residential communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, serving over 560 million visitors a year. For the past two decades, we have shaped the consumer landscape across the region, transforming the way people shop, live and play, while maintaining a strong sustainability track record and the largest mall in the world to attain LEED Gold EBOM Certification. We have over 40,000 team members in 15 international markets representing over 100 nationalities – all keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do. If you enjoy being BOLD, PASSIONATE and TOGETHER, then Majid Al Futtaim is the destination for you.

Dec 2020 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo · United Arab Emirates

Aug 2020 – Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

• Yalla Consulting is a boutique HR & Recruitment consultancy set up by HR professionals with solid background in corporate HR, executive search, and recruitment. Our team understands the various challenges faced by organisations in the region, and as such, are highly equipped with the knowledge, experience, and resources to offer bespoke solutions to support strategic business plans.
• Based in Dubai covering the Middle East region, Yalla Consulting is a provider of HR and Recruitment solutions, we are an exclusive Recruitment Partner for a number of high-profile clients in the region and pride ourselves on consistently delivering strategic and successful HR solutions that add value to our clients.

Aug 2020 – Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

• From fresh graduates to seasoned executives, we provide 1-on-1 coaching tailored to help professionals gain clarity, confidence, and control over their career paths.
• Our strategic support covers:
• CV & LinkedIn Optimization
• Job Search & Market Positioning
• Interview Preparation
• Personal Branding & Visibility
• Salary Negotiation & Offer Handling
• Long-Term Career Planning
• We’ve also delivered seminars and training sessions to schools and universities, equipping future professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills.
• ⚠️ Advisory Note: Results vary depending on individual effort and market conditions. No employment guarantees are provided.

Mar 2019 – Jun 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Recruitment Manager for the Middle East with a focus on high volume hiring across the GCC/Europe markets.

Feb 2018 – Nov 2018 · 9 mos · United Arab Emirates

• Managing the Recruitment process for the Regional Market MEA Office in close cooperation with the hiring managers and Head Office.
• Supporting Regional Entities, including MedNets and the primary insurance entities in their recruitment activities - covering KSA, Egypt, UAE, Jordan, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Greece.
• ● Headhunting, Screening, Interviewing
• ● Managing External Vendors
• ● Developing and refining internal Job Descriptions in line with Hiring Manager requirements
• ● Providing Regional MEA updates to Head Office
• ● Planning, structuring and overseeing Internal Recruitment Process
• ● Negotiating and Contract Handling
• ● Induction programmes/Exit Interviews
• ● Liasing with the Global Team so ensure Best practice and alignment globally
• ● Process improvement and enhancement of Recruitment methods/tools
• ● Interview Training & Development for Hiring Managers
• ● Employee Relations
• ● Career Development

Aug 2016 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 5 mos · United Arab Emirates · On-site

• Key Responsibilities:
• Heading the Automotive and Emiratization desk
• Supporting the FMCG, Real Estate, and Manufacturing/logistic functions
• Managing the full recruitment cycle including : Sourcing for candidates, Advertising roles, Liaising with clients/hiring managers to get a full capture on roles, Interviewing candidates, Conducting reference checks, and salary negotiations upon potential offer.
• Client account management
• Business Development through lead generation
• Key Achievements:
• Awarded as top performing resourcing consultant consecutively for May and June
• Among the top performers in terms of number of placements till this date
• Managed to start the Real Estate and Emiratization function

Feb 2016 – Aug 2016 · 6 mos · United Arab Emirates

• ● Engaged with Nakheel as an HR Coordinator under a contract role, with the primary aim of enhancing internal recruitment processes while reducing reliance on external agencies for candidate sourcing.
• ● Collaborated closely with the Recruitment team to align recruitment objectives, policies, and strategies, thereby contributing to the implementation of effective and streamlined recruitment practices.
• ● Executed a range of specific recruitment tasks, including screening candidate CVs against job descriptions, monitoring vacancy and applicant statuses, coordinating interviews, generating interview schedules, and maintaining continuous communication with applicants to provide updates on their application progress.
• ● Efficiently organized and scheduled test and interview appointments for shortlisted candidates, designing and administering assessments tailored to vacant positions, and subsequently preparing detailed test reports for review and approval by the HRD-Head.
• ● Diligently gathered and organized all necessary onboarding documents for new joiners, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of each file before submission to the HR Payroll team.
• ● Skillfully managed the finalization of joining formalities, which included overseeing security clearances and coordinating medical tests for new hires.
• ● Actively promoted best practices in recruitment, actively sharing insights, ideas, and valuable information to maintain a culture of consistency and improvement in recruitment processes.
• ● Orchestrated and facilitated collaboration with local universities to drive Emiratization initiatives, fostering partnerships aimed at promoting the employment of Emirati nationals.
• ● Conducted engaging and informative training sessions and presentations focused on recruitment processes, contributing to the continuous enhancement of these processes.

Jul 2015 – Dec 2015 · 5 mos · United Arab Emirates

Jan 2014 – Jun 2015 · 1 yr 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• ● Recruited Oil and Gas professionals across Iraq, UAE, and Oman, with a strong emphasis on permanent direct hires.
• ● Successfully placed a diverse range of positions, including Engineers, Project Managers, Project Directors, Construction Managers, Inside Sales Representatives, Superintendents, Finance Controllers, and Human Resource Managers, among others.
• ● Conducted candidate meetings and adeptly negotiated contracts, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
• ● Proactively researched and identified the latest projects within the region, positioning clients strategically for success.
• ● Established and nurtured relationships with EPC/PMC clients in the UAE, Oman, and Iraq, driving business growth.
• ● Engaged clients in persuasive meetings to promote and sell our recruitment services, highlighting our value proposition.
• ● Orchestrated and executed result-driven recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier candidates.
• ● Pioneered new business development initiatives, expanding the company's footprint in the region.
• ● Skillfully negotiated contract terms with potential clients, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.
• ● Established meaningful connections with candidates, cultivating long-lasting relationships.
• ● Effectively managed B2B relationships with clients, nurturing trust and satisfaction.
• ● Developed and managed consultative relationships with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring seamless recruitment processes.
• ● Solicited and meticulously documented feedback from hiring managers and candidates, optimizing the interview and selection processes.
• ● Successfully handled account management responsibilities, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
• ● Conducted thorough headhunting efforts, identifying and attracting top-caliber candidates that precisely matched client needs.